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Form F69: Application for order about trade union training
This form is an Application for order about trade union training, issued by the Fair Work Commission. You use it when you need the FWC to make a formal decision or 'order' regarding how trade union training should happen.
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Form Overview
Fair Work Commission Form F69 - Application for order about trade union training
This form is an Application for order about trade union training, issued by the Fair Work Commission. You use it when you need the FWC to make a formal decision or 'order' regarding how trade union training should happen.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to specify *exactly* what order you want the Commission to make!
- 2Failing to clearly state the desired order in Section X.
- 3Not attaching evidence supporting the claim of disagreement.
- 4Submitting before confirming the correct trade union or employer details.
- 5Using vague language when describing the training scope.
Plain English
Think of this as asking the Fair Work Commission (FWC) to step in and tell someone what needs to happen with their trade union training. If there is a disagreement or uncertainty about the training, this form starts the process of getting an official ruling.
Submission Date
- Filing date: You should submit this when a dispute arises or when an agreement on the trade union training cannot be reached privately. There is no fixed deadline unless specified by your case officer.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- You need the FWC to officially decide on how trade union training should run or be delivered.
- Use this when you disagree with the current training plan and want an official ruling.
- It is used specifically for training disputes, not general employment issues.
- If your request involves a specific dispute resolution matter, this form applies.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Requesting a simple change to existing training
You need an official FWC ruling on the training structure.
✓ Check if the issue is purely procedural or requires a full 'order'.
Application for order about trade union training (F69)
Lodging a formal complaint about poor training quality
This form allows you to seek an order correcting the quality issues.
✓ Ensure your evidence supports a need for an 'Order'.
Application for order about trade union training (F69)
Asking for approval before starting new training
Use this if you require FWC sign-off *before* the training begins.
✓ Not confirmed in official source, but highly likely.
Application for order about trade union training (F69)
General query about trade union agreements
If you just need information and not a formal decision/order, use the standard inquiry process.
✓ Check for an alternative 'Information Request' form.
Deadline or filing window
While there is no universal deadline listed on the form itself, aim to lodge it as soon as the training dispute becomes active. Early submission helps move your case through the FWC faster.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all mandatory fields on Form F69 are completed. Do not leave them blank.
- 2Attach clear evidence supporting why an order is needed (e.g., training schedules, complaints).
- 3Verify the correct trade union and employer details are listed accurately.
- 4Confirm you have signed/dated the application where required.
- 5Check that your contact details match what the Fair Work Commission needs to reach you.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form F69 thoroughly using clear, plain English.
- 2Gather all necessary supporting documentation (evidence) related to the training issue.
- 3Submit the completed form and attachments via the preferred method (e.g., Fair Work Commission online portal or email).
- 4If submitting online, ensure you receive a confirmation reference number.
- 5If mailing, send it to the correct FWC address for your region.
Known limitations
- 1Filing this form does not guarantee the FWC will grant an order; they must review and decide.
- 2The scope of the 'order' is limited to trade union training, not all aspects of employment relations.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: The specific timeframe for FWC response is not detailed on the form itself.
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Applicant
1 items
Full name (and representative, if any), postal address, email, and phone number of the person or organisation lodging the application.
Respondent
1 items
The exact legal name and ABN of the employer or other party the application is made against.
The Matter
2 items
Identify the kind of matter — for example, unfair dismissal, general protections, or an agreement application.
A clear description of what happened, relevant dates, and the outcome you are seeking.
Dates
1 items
Relevant dates such as the date of dismissal or the date the issue arose — these determine whether you are within time.
Supporting
1 items
Any documents that support your application, such as letters, contracts, or notices.
Declaration
1 items
Sign and date the form. Applications may also require a fee or an application for a fee waiver.
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- Check if any specific section titles have been updated since the last version.
- Verify the required supporting documents list matches the latest FWC guidelines.
- Confirm the application fee amount (if applicable) is current.
- Look for changes in how 'Parties to the Application' must be listed.
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Sources
- SRCForm Name: Application for order about trade union training
- SRCAgency: Fair Work Commission (FAIR_WORK)
- SRCForm Number: F69
- SRCContext: Used to request a formal decision on training delivery.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific fee schedule details.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Application' with 'Notification': An application asks them to *decide*; a notification just tells them something happened.
Not knowing who needs to be listed as a 'Party': All affected parties (union, employer, etc.) must usually be named.
Thinking the form is for pay disputes: F69 focuses on *how* training happens, not necessarily how much it pays.
Forgetting the evidence: Submitting the bare form without proof of the problem is often insufficient.
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